Gradient Wind Speed in Meteorology and Wave Climate Formulas

Gradient Wind Speed is the vertical gradient of the mean horizontal wind speed in the lower atmosphere. And is denoted by U_gr. Gradient Wind Speed is usually measured using the Meter per Second for Speed. Note that the value of Gradient Wind Speed is always negative.

Meteorology and Wave Climate formulas that make use of Gradient Wind Speed

fxGradient of Atmospheric Pressure Orthogonal to Isobars given Gradient Wind SpeedGo

FAQ

What is the Gradient Wind Speed?

Gradient Wind Speed is the vertical gradient of the mean horizontal wind speed in the lower atmosphere. Gradient Wind Speed is usually measured using the Meter per Second for Speed. Note that the value of Gradient Wind Speed is always negative.

Can the Gradient Wind Speed be negative?

Yes, the Gradient Wind Speed, measured in Speed can be negative.

What unit is used to measure Gradient Wind Speed?

Gradient Wind Speed is usually measured using the Meter per Second[m/s] for Speed. Meter per Minute[m/s], Meter per Hour[m/s], Kilometer per Hour[m/s] are the few other units in which Gradient Wind Speed can be measured.

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